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Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma fp L

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Sigma fp L front
Portability
83
Imaging
83
Features
80
Overall
81

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma fp L Key Specs

Ricoh G700SE
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
  • Announced October 2010
Sigma fp L
(Full Review)
  • 61MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Revealed March 2021
  • Previous Model is Sigma fp
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma fp L Overview

In this article, we are evaluating the Ricoh G700SE and Sigma fp L, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and fp L (61MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The G700SE was announced 11 years earlier than the fp L which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the G700SE grades against the fp L with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sigma fp L

 G700SE fp L 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Ricoh G700SE

 fp L G700SE 
RevealedMarch 2021October 2010Newer by 127 months
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k920kSharper display (+1180k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sigma fp L

 G700SE fp L 
Manual focus More accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE provides physical measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh G700SE and Sigma fp L in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G700SE versus the fp L.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma fp L size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and fp L is 88 and 83 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma fp L top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The picture below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and fp L.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G700SE using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sigma fp L will render more detail with its extra 49MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged G700SE will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma fp L sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma fp L Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography highlights
Sigma fp L Portrait photography highlights
29
has manual focus
no manual exposure
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
89
manual focus
megapixel count excellent (61MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Street photography camera
Sigma fp L as a Street photography camera
51
environment sealing
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
more heavy than competitors in class (307g)
78
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
environment proofing
great high ISO (25,600)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Sports photography information
Sigma fp L Sports photography information
25
environment sealing
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
79
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
megapixel count excellent (61MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
bad battery (240 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Travel photography features
Sigma fp L Travel photography features
59
environment sealing
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
more heavy than competitors in class (307g)
low MP (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
73
environment proofing
boasts focus via touch
megapixel count excellent (61 megapixels)
bad battery (240 per charge)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma fp L as a Landscape photography camera
40
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
environment sealing
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
81
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a good size (3.2 inches)
megapixel count excellent (61MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
great high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW formats
environment proofing
no image stabilization
bad battery (240 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Vlogging info
Sigma fp L Vlogging info
23
fairly wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external microphone socket
more heavy than competitors in class (307 grams)
38
touchscreen enabled
includes face detect focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes microphone support
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma fp L Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Sigma fp L
 Ricoh G700SESigma fp L
General Information
Brand Name Ricoh Sigma
Model type Ricoh G700SE Sigma fp L
Type Waterproof Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2010-10-13 2021-03-25
Physical type Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 61MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 9520 x 6328
Maximum native ISO 3200 25600
Maximum boosted ISO - 102400
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW images
Lowest boosted ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 49
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Leica L
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Total lenses - 40
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3.2 inch
Display resolution 920k dots 2,100k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution - 3,680k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.83x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 10.00 m (Auto ISO) no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480, 320 x 240 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 640x480 3840x2160
Video format - MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes (USB Power Delivery supported)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 307g (0.68 lb) 427g (0.94 lb)
Dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 240 shots
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID DB-60 BP-51
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $0 $2,499